This is a strange and wonderful place. A colleague made a reservation and I was unsure. Not usually a person for communal tables but it all worked out really well. The space is beautiful, and the service was excellent. Observant without being obsequious. I had a Sapporo Mojito, a refreshing blend of beer, lime, and mint. The fried cauliflower had a slightly spicy dip that I ate on its own when the cauliflower was eaten. The spicy calamari and the octopus balls disappeared fast!
When you first come in you're greeted with shouts. This is a bit unnerving, although it's nice to be treated like a star. By the third time this happens you're completely immune. It seems loud but the acoustics are great-I could hear everyone around our table of nine.
The plates initially look small, but we actually couldn't finish our food.
I would recommend this for a date unless you are going for a very intimate vibe, and definitely for a group. It's fun and very fresh. Will be coming back with my family.